Here's a Softail typical check list for the 1k, 5k, 10k, 15k, 20K, and 25K services.
This is what should be done and when.

http://www.adventureharley.com/softa...nance-schedule


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Until mine's out of warranty, I'll pay them to service mine. Less potential for argument if I need anything fixed.

I don't know what they look at altogether, but last time they adjusted my headlight and throttle cables at least. I know, because I then had to adjust them back the way I like them once I'd got it home. :-/

 

Dino oil has a distinct green color and smell and is not transparent . The transmission oil does not get dirty for the most part especially at 1000 miles. Mobil 1 75-90 synthetic gear oil is semi-transparent and golden in color when you put it in and when you drain it

 

I've got all that, service manual for both bikes, a floor lift, a ride on lift, and most all of the tools that I need except some of the specialized stuff.
I will riding my CVO up to a dealer this morning to talk trade-in value on a 2014 Limited. If they price it right, I will take the Sporty also and then consider the deal.
I am in no hurry but I am interested in the new scoot. The wife and I plan on doing more traveling next year, so we are looking to be a bit more comfortable then we are on the SERG.

I notice under my forum name it says new member, weird, sense I have been a member since 2007. Just have not posted a lot or been on a lot until recently. Just a thought, no biggy.

 

They dropped a wrench on my fender, that is what they normally do.. Run away, do it yourself!

 

I think it must be post count. On the right it says you've been a member since Nov 2007.

 

The list is rather extensive but I wonder how many are actually done. One of the things on the list is a test ride. I know that did not happen on my bike as I made note of the odo reading before dropping off my bike for the service.

 

My dealer...Bergen Harley does a good job of all the services. It costs you but they do what is on the lists. I watch them and they take care to do the work. I don't have the time to do the fluids nor do I want to dispose of them. It's worth it for me. Glad I have a good dealer near me and don't mind supporting it.

 

Take your money!